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Headend Optical Transport
OmniStar Enhanced DFB Laser [AM-OMNI-ALM-*]

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FEATURES


870 MHz passband: up to 110 channels + digital
Advanced linear predistortion circuitry
Low RF input level
AGC/ manual gain modes
CW/ video switch for accurate link optimization
Microprocessor control & monitoring of critical functions
Wide selection of models for optimum performance/ price ratio
True front panel "plug and play"


The OmniStar ALM-* is a line of high performance DFB laser modules. The AM-OMNI-ALM-*
family consists of twelve models with optical powers ranging from 2 to 25+ mW serving link budgets
from 2 to 16+ dB. All OmniStar lasers have an integrated Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) preamp allowing for
a low RF input level and exceptional distortion performance. The laser modules have separate broadcast
and narrowcast RF inputs with high port to port isolation. Each laser module features a state-of-the-art
linear predistortion circuit to provide superior CSO and CTB distortion performance. During
manufacturing the performance of each laser is characterized and its optimal operating point is stored in
non-volatile memory within the unit. No user adjustments of RF or laser drive levels are required by the
operator to insure that the guaranteed link performance is automatically achieved upon power-up. The
three user controlled modes of operation are: Preset- factory set AGC for optimal laser performance,
Set- user adjustable AGC, and Manual- user adjustable fixed gain. The Set and Manual modes allow the
user to adjust the RF drive level for customized C/N and distortion performance based on channel
loading and system requirements. The CW/Video switch allows the user to set up and proof a link using
a CW video source. When modulated signals are then applied, the microprocessor adjusts the RF drive
level into the laser to match the CW drive levels. This feature insures the laser is not operating in
clipping when modulated signals are applied and provides operators with a reliable and accurate way to
proof links.

This wide variety of modules combined with the scalability of the OmniStar platform allows the user to
design the best solution for an application based on different variables such as loss budget, performance
criteria, splitting ratio considerations, and cost effectiveness.


Specifications

Headend Optical Transport OmniStar Enhanced DFB Laser[AM-OMNI-ALM-*]
Specifications
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RF Characteristics:
Operational Bandwidth 50 - 870 MHz (50 - 750 Analog, 750 - 870 Digital)
RF Input Impedance 75 Ohms
RF Input Return Loss 16 dB Min. 50 - 750 MHz;
14 dB Min. 750 - 870 MHz
RF Connector Types Test Point - F-Type
Input Connector - G-Type (User Interface is F-Type)
Optical Characteristics:
Optical Wavelength 1310 nm +/- 20 nm
Distortion Performance (See link performance specs.)
Laser Shutdown Enable/Disable via Control Module using HCS
Eye Protection Optical Safety Shutter
Power Requirements:
DC Current Min /Max
+ 5 Vdc 90 mA /1.7 A
+12 Vdc 350 mA /450 mA
+24 Vdc 400 mA /550 mA
Power Consumption 25 Watts Max, 15 Watts Typical
User Interface:
Front Panel Tri-Color Module Status LED
Optical Power Test Point 10 mW/V, scaled DC Voltage of Optical Output Power
Optical Output Ports 1 Port
Optical Connector Types SC/APC with Optical Safety Shutter
RF Test Point (Total Constant Power) +9.5 dBmV/ch +/- 0.5 dB, with 110 NTSC channel loading
Data/Control Interface Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) to Control Module using
HCS
Environmental Specifications:
Operating Temperature Range -20 to +65 C (-4 to 149 F)
Storage Temperature Range -40 to 80 C (-40 to 176 F)
Over Temperature Laser Protection Software and Hardware active
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Physical Properties:
Dimensions 1.5"W x 6.5" H x 14.25"D (3.81cm x 16.51cm x 36.20cm)
Weight 4.0 lbs. (1.8 kgs)
Mounting AM-OMNI-HSG* equipment shelf, any of slots 3-10
Input Signal Level:
Broadcast Input
Analog
+13.5 dBmV for 110 NTSC channels, 50 - 750 MHz
+15.0 dBmV for 77 NTSC channels, 50 - 550 MHz
Digital -10 dB relative to Broadcast input level, 750 - 870 MHz
Narrowcast Input - Analog/Digital +22 dB above Broadcast input levels
Link Distortion Performance:
77 NTSC channels 94 NTSC channels 110 NTSC
channels
Composite Triple Beat Distortion (CTB) -70 dB -69 dB -68 dB
Composite Second Order Distortion
(CSO)
-66 dB -65 dB -64 dB
Carrier to Noise (CNR) Performance: 77 NTSC Channels:
Model Output
Power
(nominal
dBm)
Optical Loss (dB)
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
ALM-2 2.6 54 53 52
ALM-4 4.6 55 54 53 52
ALM-5 5.6 55 54 53 52
ALM-6 6.6 55 54 53 52
ALM-7 7.6 55 54 53 52
ALM-8 8.6 54.5 53.5 52.5 51.5
ALM-9 9.6 54.5 53.5 52.5 51.5
ALM-
10
10.6 54.5 53.5 52.5 51.5
ALM-
11
11.6 54 53 52 51
ALM-
12
12.6 54 53 52 51
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ALM-
13
13.6 54 53 52 51
ALM-
14
14.6 54 53 52 51

Notes:
Specifications measured using SG2-LR receiver.
Link budgets are all fiber with 1 dB for connector loss.
To calculate CNR performance for 110 channels (50 - 750 MHz) subtract 1.5 dB.
Specifications are measured using CW carriers per NCTA recommended test procedures.
Optical power is +/- 0.6 dBm from nominal.
Specifications subject to change without notice.


For more information: call 1-888-436-4678

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